Sonny Esslemont (born 29 December 1993) is a

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international

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footballer who plays as a . Esslemont previously played for Hull Kingston Rovers,

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and the Hemel Stags, and has also represented

at international level.

Background

Esslemont was born in

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, Humberside. He has a son called Elliot.

Career

He plays as a back-rower, and was part of Hull Kingston Rovers' first team. He has come through Hull Kingston Rovers' academy, and signed a professional contract in 2012. He made his début for the club in September 2014 against Catalans Dragons. At the end of the 2015 season, he was released by Hull KR and was signed by

. In October and November 2014, Sonny was called up to play for

in their

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campaign. He played in all of Scotland's tournament matches. In October and November 2015, Sonny played in the

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. After playing only a handful of matches for the Cougars during the 2016 season, Esslemont left half way through the 2016 season and joined for the Hull-based amateur outfit Bransholme Dales ARLFC. In January 2018 he joined the Hemel Stags.

Sheffield Eagles

In October 2018 Esslemont joined the Sheffield Eagles on a one-year deal.

Dewsbury Rams

On 21 September 2020 it was reported that Esslemont had signed a 1-year deal with

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.
On 11 December 2020 it was reported that Esslemont had left the club due to work commitments

References

1993 births Living people Dewsbury Rams players English people of Scottish descent Hemel Stags players Hull Kingston Rovers players Keighley Cougars players Newcastle Thunder players Rugby league locks Rugby league players from Kingston upon Hull Scotland national rugby league team players {{Scotland-rugbyleague-bio-stub